FAQs

What do you do?

We make vinyl records!

PMP is female-owned, sustainability-centered, and every record is created by our talented team of industry professionals who live, sleep, eat, and breathe music. We are a true Music City manufacturing facility, not a broker—and we’re so much more than just a pressing plant!

Our in-house services range from audio mastering by world-renowned engineer and audio pioneer, Piper Payne, to custom album and merchandise design, as well as direct-to-consumer fulfillment from our Nashville warehouse.

Every step of the way, your art is carried through the process and handled with care. We are thrilled to support projects of all genres and offer creative solutions to ensure your project stands out!

Will you work with brokers?

Yes, however, we do not offer preferential treatment regarding rates, timeline, etc to any one party. All projects are equal and treated as “first come, first served.”

What kind of packaging do you offer?

We offer standard jackets, along with gatefold, wide spine standard, box set, and speciality packaging that can be priced upon request. Fill out our form with the project details you already have or contact our project manager @ customerprojects@physicalmusicproducts.com for more information!

What is your turn time?

PMP offers some of the fastest turn times in the industry. For runs up to 5K, the estimated turn time is 5-7 weeks from the date we have approved art and audio (as well as deposit). Please allow two additional weeks for each additional 5K units. In manufacturing, as in life, there are no guarantees, but PMP has built our brand on delivering stellar records on time. If you are having an actual vinyl emergency, please give us a call and we will see what is possible to support you.

Do you have a minimum order?

Yes. Our minimum order is 250 units for a standard pressing (with your custom artwork), but please ask us if you have a specific need or request. We have two product categories for shorter runs!

What is a digital test pressing?

One of the ways we are quick on turn times is that we find and control possible issues with the audio parts (lacquers, stampers, test pressings, etc.) using a proprietary system developed by Piper nearly a decade ago, so we are able to do an in-house, in-depth quality control analysis and our audio team can verify when we’ve created a top-notch pressing suitable to pass on. For all of our product runs, we digitize test pressings and send them to you for comparative listening. Once approved, assuming there are no delays with your other assets, we can queue your project for production! Want your physical copies? We will send your physical test pressings along with your final shipment. More info here! FYI, we also use this system to evaluate the entire pressing run to ensure consistent quality.

Do you press in color?

Yes! And lots of them! We offer standard stock and recycled black, stock and recycled colors, and customized options like splatters, swirls, etc. Have a specific need or creative idea? Send us an email and let us help bring your ideas to life! In the meantime, check out our color library here.

How do I get a quote?

Head on over to our contact page and tell us a bit about your project! One of our project managers will be in touch within 48 hours!

I want to know even more about record pressing!

Here’s a detailed list with in-depth information about pressing with Physical Music Products.

I just received my test pressings - what now??

Give them a listen and read this document while you enjoy!